Spectrum 11: The Best In Contemporary Fantastic Art

by Underwood Books

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Label:Underwood Books
Pages:208
Binding:Paperback
Publication Date:2004-10-28
Published By:Underwood Books
ASIN:1887424822
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Product Description

Now in its 11th year, and just getting bigger and better, this eagerly anticipated volume in the art and art-buying world represents the who's who in fantasy today. Spectrum is the first and only illustration annual to focus solely on fantastic art, with over 300 artists featured. Divided into seven categories, including one devoted to comics and graphic novels, Spectrum is a feast of disparate vision and artistic imagining, showcasing, among others: John Howe, fantasy illustrator and designer for Lord of the Rings; Peter deSeve, conceptual artist on Finding Nemo; Anita Kunz's work from Rolling Stone; the exquisite acrylics of Michael Whelan; the poignant work of John Jude Palancer; Doug Chiang, design director for Star Wars and creator of Robota; and Jon Foster, also of Star Wars fame. Lively, idiosyncratic, and sometimes shocking, this work continues to push against the meniscus of reality, exploring new realms of inventiveness and creativity, be it from movies, video games, ads, or art galleries.

Customer Reviews

Good, but mostly weak... - Reviewed on 2006-05-24
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2 customers found this review helpful, 1 did not.

I have one of these issues and I feel that when you own one, you own them all. Tevis Fen-Kortiay hit it right on the nail.
A Knock-out Collection - Reviewed on 2005-12-03
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2 customers found this review helpful.

Spectrum 11 is a stunning gathering of exceptional talent. I'm not sure of the motives or reasons for describing it as "tepid", but that is definitely an inappropriate characterization. If anything Spectrum 11 is quite progressive--there are new approaches, new interpretations, new spins on familar themes, that make this book and the art inside both refreshing and exciting. Whether it's the political implications of Eric Joyner's cover, the biting humor of Todd Schorr's "An Alien In the Land of Make-Believe", the disturbing visions of Edward Binkley or the amazing dramas portrayed in the paintings by Jon Foster--there's plenty to not only enjoy but also to think about. If you love fantasy (of "phantasy") and science fiction art, you'll love this book!
Feast for the eyes. - Reviewed on 2005-08-19
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1 customer found this review helpful.

A handful of experienced judges annually judge thousands of submissions. The best of the crop, of the fantasy, horror, sci-fi, and just plain weird, genres is published in a coffe-sized table artbook, Spectrum . Volume 11 is perhaps the best yet. They've increased the size fo the book both in the number of pages and physical dimensions. Also, the featured artworks seem to be more diverse and international this year.

One of the pleasures of flipping through Spectrum is seeing what you recognize, "oh, there's the cover that John Jude Palencar did for Lynn Flewelling's novels, and Jaqueline Carey too."
A MUST have for any art fan - Reviewed on 2005-01-31
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2 customers found this review helpful, 1 did not.

I recently purchased Spectrum 9, 10, and 11. These books are absolutely wonderful, and I would recommend them to any artist or fan of fantasy/sci fi art. They are extremely well put together, of high quality (reproduction wise), have a large number and variety of artists, and contain some of the most beautiful works of art I have seen. Some of the subject matter can be disturbing or somewhat sexual in nature (certainly nothing explicit, but not exactly innocent either), so I wouldn't recomend them for the very young (12 or under?) if you are a parent. These books are worth every penny and highly recommended.
Sumptuous! - Reviewed on 2005-01-05
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1 customer found this review helpful, 1 did not.

Continuing in the tradition of the fist 10 Spectrums, Spectrum 11 is a feast for the eyes. Gorgeous illustrations from many talented artists grace it's pages. If you are a fan of fantasy, science fiction and just plain great art, you can't go wrong if you add this to your collection!
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